Missing In Action: Why You Should Care A

Written by Kotasthane and Jaitley, Missing In Action: Why You Should Care A uses relatable sketches and engaging narratives to map the relationship between the state and its citizens. The book is structured around approachable chapters, real-world examples, and concise analysis, making complex ideas feel accessible without sacrificing depth. It is deliberately jargon-free, designed to invite readers from many backgrounds to join the conversation about governance.

Readers will enjoy the balance of big ideas and everyday detail: concrete scenarios, crisp explanations, and a pace that keeps turning pages. Whether you’re a student of political science, a policy professional, or simply a curious citizen, you’ll finish with a clearer sense of how policy design, implementation, and accountability work—and why they matter for daily life. In Missing In Action: Why You Should Care A, the authors illuminate the paradoxes of the Indian State—powerful yet often ineffective, well-intentioned yet weak—without getting lost in theory.

• Key content elements: policymaking in India, citizen–state relations, governance paradoxes
• Interactive or standout features: relatable sketches, narrative scenes, jargon-free explanations
• Learning outcomes or experiences: clearer understanding of governance, policy design, accountability, and civic engagement
• Writing or illustration style: warm, accessible prose with insightful sketches

After finishing Missing In Action: Why You Should Care A, readers gain a grounded understanding of how governance shapes daily life and a toolkit for thinking critically about public policy. It leaves you feeling informed, empowered, and curious, with a lasting sense that your engagement can influence the future of governance in India.